Sites by Subject · Seniors

General Information

AARP (American Association of Retired Persons)

Find information on health, money matters, leisure activities, family issues, and other related topics for people age 50 and older.

Administration on Aging

Provides information and statistics on aging for older adults, professional caretakers, and researchers.

AgeNet Eldercare Network

Offers information on health, financial resources, caregiver support, and legal issues.

AgingStats.Gov

Provides statistics for older Americans and their families on population, economics, health status, health risks and behaviors, and health care.

Boomers Resource Guide to Cincinnati

An online resource that provides articles, businesses, and services for older adults.

City of Cincinnati Senior Citizen Hall of Fame

The Hall of Fame was created in 1968 to recognize the contributions and achievements of its senior citizens. Nominees are selected by their fellow members on the basis of significant and continuing contributions to the social and cultural life of the Cincinnati community. Over 1500 seniors have been inducted into the Hall of Fame, including city officials and other dignitaries.

Generations United

Works to improve the lives of children, youth, and older adults through intergenerational strategies, programs, and public policies. Includes information on programs and resources.

National Council on Aging

Provides information for caregivers and seniors on advocacy, health, news, publications, programs, job, volunteering, and benefits for seniors.

National Institute on Aging

Provides information on health, research, grants, training, news, and events. Includes publications and scientific resources.

Senior Citizen's Guide to Cincinnati

Helps older adults and those with aging parents or family members find housing, health, financial, travel, entertainment, consumer services, and other senior-related resources in Butler, Greene, Hamilton, Montgomery, & Warren Counties in Ohio and Boone, Campbell, & Kenton Counties in Northern Kentucky.

Setting Priorities For Retirement (SPRY)

Carries out applied research and education programs designed to enable people to age with purpose and to continue to have meaningful engagement in their lives. Works with partner organizations to translate evidence-based research into applied settings to help develop strategies and policies that have national implications. Includes information on training, programs, and publications.

Third Age

Popular seniors site for information on family, health, money, and news.

United States Senate Special Committee on Aging

Find information on issues, hearings, and resources related to aging. Includes health care reform and social security reform.

U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs

Includes links to Board of Veterans Appeals, burial, compensation, education, health, home loans, and life insurance.

USA.gov - Senior Citizens' Resources

Government information and advice on Social Security and other benefits, health, travel, taxes, education, employment, and volunteer opportunities.

Employment & Volunteer Opportunities

Experience Works

A national, charitable, community-based organization that helps older adults get the training they need to find good jobs in their communities. Offers the Community Service Employment Program to provide participants with the training, experience, supportive services, and information they need to improve their lives, gain self-sufficiency, realize their goals, and obtain permanent employment.

The National Caucus and Center on Black Aged

Administers two senior employment programs: the Senior Environmental Employment Program, funded through the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Senior Community Service Employment Program, funded through the Dept. of Labor.

National Senior Service Corps

Directory of volunteer service opportunities.

Senior Job Bank

Search for open positions or areas of interest, enter your resume or experience profile, create a Job Agent Profile, etc.

SeniorCorps

A program for national and community service that connects people over 55 with organizations to help them become mentors, coaches or companions to people in need, or contribute their job skills and expertise to community projects and organizations.

VolunteerMatch

A volunteer recruiting service for nonprofit organizations, volunteers, and business leaders. Includes a webinar for volunteers about training and screening tools nonprofits use and evaluation tools to determine if the organization is a good fit for you and your skills.

Volunteers of America : Ohio River Valley

Provides a spectrum of services for older people, from home and community-based services to long-term skilled nursing care. Senior services include affordable housing, adult day care, long-term care, senior center & meal programs, and handyman repair. Serves Butler, Clermont, Hamilton, Warren, Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties.

Health

Aging and Health Resources

Provides resources for researchers, educators and practitioners interested in aging and older persons.

Alzheimer's Association - Greater Cincinnati Chapter

Offers programs and services for caregivers, relatives and friends of individuals with Alzheimer's disease in Southern Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and Southeastern Indiana. Includes a professionally staffed Helpline, a family support group network, educational programs, counseling, multimedia reference library, and quarterly newsletter.

American Senior Fitness Association

Website designed for the older adult exerciser. Offers fitness facts and tips, links to other fitness resources, and fitness articles.

The Boulevard

Looking for assistive devices for the physically challenged? This website has a complete listing of companies that deal with products and services for the disabled to make daily living more manageable.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Health and disease information from the federal agency charged with protecting the public health of the nation.

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

The U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services site for information about Medicare and Medicaid services.

Health-Nexus

Offers links dealing with the many aspects of health, exercise, and fitness for seniors.

Life Expectancy - Administration on Aging

Links to statistical sites on longevity for actuarial research. Also see the IRS Actuarial Values Book Aleph’s Table 90CM for life expectancies of various ages.

Medicare

Official government site for Medicare information, including Medicare Compare, a database for comparing costs and services of providers, and Nursing Home Compare, a database of information on Medicare and Medicaid certified hospitals.

National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a)

A leading voice on aging issues for Area Agencies on Aging and a champion for Title VI Native American aging programs. Advocates on behalf of member agencies for services and resources for older adults and persons with disabilities. Includes information on training, events, and programs.

National Committee on the Prevention of Elder Abuse

Organization established to prevent abuse, neglect and exploitation of older persons and adults with disabilities.

National Institutes of Health

Conducts and supports medical research as part of the U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services. Provides current news on health care and disease prevention and includes a topical list of health issues for seniors.

National Stroke Association

Offers information related to strokes, including risk factors, prevention, and recovery. Provides educational webcasts, events, and news.

NIH Senior Health

Provides health information for older adults.

Ohio Department of Health Medical Balance Billing

Investigates allegations of improper Medicare billing and provides an information line for help.

Ohio Long Term Care Consumer Guide

A state government site that helps locate the appropriate nursing home or assisted living facility or service within the state of Ohio.

Ohio State University Extension - Human Development & Family Sciences

Webpage for information on aging. Includes newsletter, fact sheets, custodial grandparenting, and links to agencies and organizations.

Tri-State Parkinson's Wellness Chapter

Affiliated with the American Parkinson Disease Association, the Tri-State Parkinson's Chapter provides information to help patients, families and caregivers make connections to promote wellness for those living with Parkinson Disease. Serves residents of Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, and South Michigan.

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services

U.S. government's principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves. Includes information on financial assistance, health insurance, health, and a resource directory.

The Wright Stuff

Everything you need to make your physically challenged life easier to handle. Includes comprehensive listing of tools, appliances, equipment, rehabilitation devices, and unique health care products.

Legal Issues

10 Ways To Prepare For Retirement

The Department of Labor provides ideas for retirement planning.

American Bar Association

Offers information addressing the legal aspect of planning for incapacity, including medical powers of attorney, living wills and trusts, booklets on Medigap insurance, and housing rights of older persons.

Elder Law & Legal Resources

Presented by Senior Magazine. Offers a variety of links providing legal answers and resources for seniors and caregivers, including consumer issues, contracts, fraud, estate planning, and social security.

National Academy of Elderlaw Attorneys

A non-profit association that represents lawyers, bar organizations and others who work with older clients and their families. Provides legal advocacy, guidance and services to enhance the lives of people as they age as well as individuals with special needs.

National Senior Citizens Law Center

Advocates nationwide to promote the independence and well-being of low income elderly individuals and persons with disabilities.

Ohio Department of Health Medical Balance Billing

Investigates allegations of improper Medicare billing and provides an information line for help.

ProSeniors

Offers free legal and long-term care help to older adults in Ohio age 60 and older. Offers advice and information to solve legal and nursing home, adult care facility, and home health care problems. Provides information about ombudsman and legal services.

Senior Law

Information about Elderlaw, Medicare, Medicaid, estate planning, trusts, and the rights of the elderly and abused.

Leisure & Learning

50 Plus Expeditions

Active, off-the-beaten-path trips for people over 50.

89.3 FM WMKV

Offers big band music, standards, nostalia hits, and information about activities and services for older adults. Special programs include Healthscope, Hollywood Radio Theater, Keep Antiquing, Medicare Moment, Mystery Playhouse, Trivia Tuesday, and World View.

Access-Able Travel Source

Don't let a disability hold you back from travel. Access Able lists hundreds of locations and their accessible facilities and services, including wheelchair travel, disability travel, handicapped travel, and vacations for the disabled.

CET Connect

Cincinnati’s public television station offers educational programs including lifelong learning programs on health & wellness, arts & culture, current affairs, law, history & science, and around our community.

Creative Aging Cincinnati

Serves seniors in the Greater Cincinnati area by bringing local area professional artists, performers and educators to present one hour long programs at senior centers, retirement communities, adult day care centers, and nursing homes.

Elderhostel

Affordable education opportunities throughout the world for people over age 55.

Eldertreks

Travel company that specializes in off-the-beaten path small group adventures for those 50 and over. Offers active itineraries and well managed tours.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Cincinnati offers courses each quarter for adults aged fifty and above. Includes online course list, information on registering, locations, and e-newsletter.

Senior Women's Travel

Offers flexible, low-key yet energetic travel experiences for senior women age 50+. Tours are scheduled throughout the year and offer a wide variety of cultural experiences.

SeniorNet

Offers education and access for older adults to computer technologies to enhance their lives and enable them to share their knowledge.

Seniors Vacation and Home Exchange

Home exchange or hospitality vacations can lower vacation costs for seniors.

Speciality Travel: Seniors

Links to a range of organizations that specialize in senior travel opportunities.

Walking the World

Tour company that offers outdoor adventures for people 50 and older. Experience different places, meals and customs of other cultures while making new friends.

Living Options

AOPHA Member Facilities

The Advocate of Not-for-Profit Services for Older Ohioans provides information on the trade association's services for seniors. The Residents/Consumer section allows you to find facilities in your area using the map of Ohio. Apartments, assisted living, and continuing care communities are among the services identified.

Assisted Living On-line.com

An online directory allows users to find facilities in their specific area. Listings include brief descriptions and contact information.

Ohio Assisted Living Association

Find information on assisted living, including links to guidelines and laws for assisted living facilities.

Ohio Council for Home Care & Hospice

Provides consumer advocacy and information for home care and hospice in Ohio. Includes informational guides and links to related topics.

Ohio Rental Housing Locator

Directory of affordable, accessible rental housing in Ohio. Includes apartments with special features for the elderly and people with disabilities.

A Place For Mom

A national elder care referral service that provides comprehensive resources for senior housing and elder care options to seniors and families in need. Provides information about Alzheimer's care, assisted living, home care, nursing homes, residential care homes, and retirement centers.

Senior Housing Evaluation

An online tool that helps to determine what type of housing option is most appropriate. Ideal for the beginning caregiver who is aware of need for alternatives, but unclear of the direction to take.

Senior Independence

Senior Independence is an affordable, comprehensive program that gives seniors help to stay at home by providing adult day care, community care, home care, hospice, and technology support. The Cincinnati location serves Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Hamilton, and Warren counties.

SeniorSites

A comprehensive web source for non-profit housing and services for seniors. Search for housing by zip code, facility name, or desired amenities.

Southwestern Ohio Association of Adult Day Services

Adult Day Services serves clients with physical, mental or emotional impairments needing supervision, increased social opportunities, assistance with personal care or other daily living activities. SOAADS has 27 center members in Butler, Clinton, Hamilton, and Warren counties in Ohio and Campbell and Kenton counties in Kentucky.

Visiting Nurses Association of America

Supports, promotes, and advances the nation's network of Visiting Nurse Agencies who provide cost-effective and compassionate home healthcare to the elderly and individuals with disabilities. Services include advocacy, education, and collaboration with other service providers.

Money Matters

Benefits Check Up

Operated by the National Council on Aging, this service identifies federal and state assistance programs for older adults in each community.

GovBenefits.gov

Connects citizens to government benefit program eligibility. Includes information about programs for the elderly, veterans, and low-income citizens.

Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation

A federal corporation established under Employee Retirement Income Security Act which insures the vested benefits of pension plan participants.

Social Security and Pensions

Congressional Budget Office publications on social security and pension matters.

Social Security Handbook Online

The Social Security Administration's official guide to current Social Security benefits.

Social Security Online

Includes information on disability, employment support for people with disabilities, Medicare, forms, rules & regulations, FAQs, and publications.

Social Security Online for State and Local Government Employers

Information on special Social Security coverage provisions for public employees.

What You Should Know About Your Retirement Plan

Information from the Employee Benefits Security Administration that covers different types of retirement plans, when and how to receive benefits, monitoring your plan, and changes that affect your retirement benefit.

Senior Services

American Society on Aging

Identifies State and Federal assistance programs for older Americans.

Cincinnati Area Senior Services (CASS)

Delivers essential services to low-income and inner-city at-risk older adults in Hamilton County. Services include meals, transportation, and programming to help with socialization.

Community Services West

Provides personalized social services, home delivered meals and specialized transportation to older adults and those who are permanently disabled.

Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio

Plans, coordinates and administers local, state and federally funded programs and services for older adults in southwestern Ohio.

Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly - Cincinnati

A national, nonprofit, volunteer-based organization committed to relieving isolation and loneliness among the elderly. Offers holiday celebrations, social activities, and special services.

Meals-on-Wheels

Listing of Meals-on-Wheels programs for Ohio provided by Senior Magazine. Gives complete address and phone numbers for various locations throughout the state.

Mercy Franciscan at St. John

Provides emergency services to individuals and families in crisis. Programs include material resources, sandwich window, fans & air conditioners, and temporary housing.

Mercy Neighborhood Ministries

Offers the H.O.M.E. program sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, which helps the elderly poor and people with special needs by providing them with basic necessities and support. Includes food pantry/crisis assistance, senior activities, community outreach, advocacy, and grandparents group. Serves the Walnut Hills, East Walnut Hills, and surrounding neighborhoods.

National Care Planning Council

A comprehensive resource for long term care for seniors. Includes services for estate planning, family conflict resolution, retirement planning, reverse mortgages, medicare insurance plans, assisted living, and hospice care.

National Center on Elder Abuse

Serves as a national resource center dedicated to the prevention of elder mistreatment under the direction of the U.S. Administration on Aging. Includes resources, help hotline, and information about adult protective services.

Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission

Helps low income individuals and families develop the knowledge, opportunities, and resources they need to achieve self reliance. Programs include food and clothing assistance, housing services, and senior services.

Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging

A statewide network of agencies that provides services for the elderly and advocates on behalf of older Ohioans.

Ohio Department of Aging

State site for the delivery of services and support for older Ohioans, adults with disabilities, and families and their caregivers. Provides information on long-term care, Golden Buckeye program, PASSPORT program, area agencies on aging, long-term care ombudsman programs, senior centers, assisted living, and other related topics.

People Working Cooperatively

Provides home repairs and energy conservation services for low-income individuals. Services include critical home repairs to qualified homeowners and renters and energy-saving weatherization services.

The Salvation Army of Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky

Delivers services and programs to local communities including family services, youth development programs, senior services, housing programs, rehabilitation services, and emergency disaster services.

Serving Older Adults Through Changing Times

Provides personal services and support, advocacy, workshops, health promotion, and community outreach to older adults.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Helps poor and needy residents of Cincinnati and Hamilton County by providing personal assistance with food, clothing, rent, utilities, transportation and companionship to people facing economic, emotional or spiritual crises. Includes information on programs, store locations, and donations.

United Way of Greater Cincinnati 2-1-1 Community Resource Directory

A resource directory that connects people with critical health, human services and volunteer opportunities in their community on a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week basis. Provides information and referrals for services including basic needs, day care, employment resources, health care, mental health services, transportation, mentoring, tutoring, substance abuse, domestic violence, and protective services.

Wesley Community Services

Provides essential home-based services for seniors seeking to remain in their home for as long as possible living in Hamilton, Butler, and Clermont counties.

Caregivers

And Thou Shalt Honor

Find information and links to all aspects of caregiving for the caregivers, professionals, and care recipients.

Caregiver Assistance Network (CAN)

Works closely with churches, senior groups, employers, and other organizations in presenting educational programs on caregiving and related topics through the Catholic Charities Southwestern Ohio agency.

Caregiver's Handbook

An introduction and guide to issues for caregivers, including foundational material for preparation, current evaluation, and information for future decisions provided by Senior Magazine.

Children of Aging Parents

Provides information to help adult children understand the needs and concerns of the aging parent and adult child. Offers support groups, caregiver guide, and special programs.

Eldercare Resource Center

Find articles related to caregiver issues.

Family Caregiver Alliance

Serves as a central source of information on caregiving, long-term care issues, and legal issues involved with aging.

Grandparent Foundation

Provides information on legal news, articles ,resources and other helpful information on the role of the grandparent and kinship care.

GrandsPlace

Offers information for grandparents and people involved in kinship care, including support groups, special education, health insurance, and financial assistance.

National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers

Assists in finding Professional Geriatric Care Managers who are health and human services specialists that help families care for older relatives. Includes consumer video series and related articles.